Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Blue and Pink

Observe the space between your thoughts, then observe your observer.

-Hamilton Boudreaux

Today's a two-fer, to make up for the posting I didn't do last week . . .

I find baby sweaters to be a crucial part of stash busting - perfect for all those 2 and 3 skein lots left over from other projects, or otherwise hanging out in the stash. And then you have the perfect gift ready for any baby-giving occasion.

Ribbed Baby JacketPattern: from Debbie Bliss, available many placesYarn: Lionbrand Cotton Ease in the old put up, approx 2 skeinsNeedles: US 8Notes: Unusual construction, but not difficult. My gauge was off so I used the numbers from the 2nd smallest size and the measurements from the 2nd largest.Best Thing About This Project: I just love that ribbing.

Premiere SweaterPattern: from a free Classic Elite newsletter bouncing aroundYarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece in Victorian Pink, approx 1.75 skeinsNeedles: US 6Notes: I accidentally forgot to increase needle sizes after the seed stitch on the sleeves. It looks fine.Best Thing About This Project: A perfect paring of yarn and pattern.

I'm in for a long night of board review classes tonight. Which means quality knitting time! I'm almost to the good part of a Fair Isle Yoke Cardigan (i.e. the fair isle yoke part) after getting inspired by Jessica's here. Stockinette stitch here I come!

Hmm - all these baby sweaters would make us suspicious if your hubby weren't gone. :p They are cute indeed and you're going to be a hit at any baby shower you go to. I wish I could knit in meetings - I always feel a little self-conscious.

I LOVE the pink jacket. Could you photocopy and mail or pdf and e-mail the pattern to me (unless I can find it on ravelry)? One friend just had a girl, another has a baby on the way, so I need to get ready.

Ooh, I have the Debbie Bliss pattern. I'll have to see if I have some yarn that will work. The pink one turned out gorgeous, by-the-way. Does is come it toddler sizes? I am looking for more patterns for Rio.